Vital Men has become an official partner to Laudium Walking Football. Vital Men is a brand of supplements particularly aimed at aged and vulnerable men, to support their health and overall well being.
”Walking football in Laudium, started in November 2020 with 12 participants. As of today, the number of participants has increased to 73 and is growing considerably in popularity. The game is played twice a week on a Sunday morning and Tuesday evenings. This is done to accommodate other enthusiasts who are unable to participate in the Sunday morning session. Whilst many former footballers may be unable to take part in the traditional sport, due to age, injury, illness, frustration or simply a lack of interest, walking football gives you an opportunity to participate in the sport and is open to all, but particularly to those over the age of 50,” said Omar Peera (Oomza).
Oomza added,”Laudium Walking Football invites all ex footballers over the age of 50 to join us in walking football. If you stopped playing football due to injury, old age or any ailments, this is the game for you. Because the games are played on a non-competitive and ‘have fun’ basis, there is no need for aggression, anxiety, or depression. So your chances of getting injured are minimal. Our games ensure social cohesion, fun, respect, patience, laughter, mental stability, and above all ‘well being’ and enjoyment, and at the same time it enhances your fitness level. It will take you back to the old PDFA fun days.” The basic rules of the game are:
- Teams comprise of 5, 6, or 7 a side
- No running with or without the ball
- Tackling & physical contact is forbidden.
- Ball must be played below the knee height
- Goalkeepers are not allowed to come out of the designated area
- Players are not allowed in the goalkeeper’s area
- Kick- ins replace throw -ins
- No Offside’s
- Free Kicks are indirect
- Penalty kicks taken with one-step rule.
- No squealing, swearing, or any form of abuse. The game is played with respect & dignity.
Ihsaan Jaffer added,”If you quit playing and you remember how much fun you had in your younger days, it is never too late to get back into the game.” The games are played at Jalas Astro Turf Courts.
Should readers require any information regarding Laudium Walking Football (LWF), kindly contact Ihsaan Jaffer or Omar Peera (better known as Oomza).
“We would also like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors, Vital Men, for recognising the enthusiasm of the aged in trying to keep fit and healthy and thus sponsoring the team with invaluable supplements and tracksuits,” Oomza concluded.
The World Walks to Cape Town 2025
One Game. One City. One Historic Day.On 15 November 2025, the eyes of the football world will turn to Cape Town. Not for a World Cup qualifier or a high-stakes derby, but for something new, something bold, and something that will make history: the first ever International Walking Football Inter-Club Challenge on African soil.For one day, the Mother City becomes the meeting point of cultures, generations, and footballing traditions. Germany, Namibia, Limpopo, Laudium, Pretoria, Nelson Mandela Bay, and Cape Town itself will field teams in a unique competition that blends passion with patience, skill with strategy, and rivalry with respect. Walking football may be played at a slower pace, but the energy around it is anything but slow. It’s a sport that has exploded in popularity worldwide, creating opportunities for players of all ages to return to the game they love. It values inclusion over exclusion, teamwork over individualism, and above all, the sheer joy of kicking a ball again. Cape Town, with its breathtaking landscapes and proud football culture, is the perfect host. As Table Mountain watches on, legends will trade passes, friendships will be forged, and communities will unite in celebration.> “Legends will meet. Friendships will be made. Bragging rights will be earned.” The Challenge is more than just matches on a pitch — it’s a story of connection. From Germany’s structured discipline to Namibia’s raw flair, from Pretoria’s township spirit to Nelson Mandela Bay’s coastal pride, every team carries its own history, its own heartbeat, and its own reason for playing. The streets of Cape Town will echo with anticipation as the city welcomes players and supporters from across continents. This is not just a tournament — it’s a festival of football, a moment when the game becomes a bridge between people. So mark your calendars. On 15 November 2025, Cape Town will prove that football doesn’t just belong to the young or the fast. It belongs to everyone. The world is walking to Cape Town. Are you ready to walk with it?